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Alimatha, A Dream Come True
March 12th, 2010Alimatha Aquatic Resort is located in Felidhe Atoll, an area famous for its abundant fish life and Scuba Diving. The island resort is a paradise dream in real life, with more than 1 km of white beaches and aquamarine lagoons that would take your breath away. Maldives being a beautiful country itself has many other island resorts too which you may check out and compare to select from a complete list of a maldives directory, which includes a list of all important information on choosing a resort for a vacation in Maldives.
Since Alimatha is located on the eastern reef of the Felidhe Atoll, 40 miles north of the international Airport ‘Hulhule’, it takes just 20 minutes by seaplane and 90 minutes by speed boat from the airport to the resort.
Beach bungalows & over water bungalows accommodate our guests. 96 beach bungalows line the white sand beach, while over water bungalows are built on columns over the lagoon. Each and every one of the bungalows is as stunning as the island. And you would definitely enjoy every single moment spend inside the bungalows as much as you would enjoy spending time on the beaches and in the sun.
A spacious and comfortable bathroom is part of each bungalow. All the rooms are with air condition, ceiling fan, safe box, mini bar and hair drier for the guests. Also, all the rooms are with the possibility of 2 extra beds on request. The payments for the services and everything else in the island are accepted in various forms. Cards accepted include, American Express, Master Card and Visa Card. maldives news offers more information on what you should know about the country when you are visiting the country.
Its not only the amazing island that you would be enjoying. Though relaxing and gazing into the natures beauty is what you may be thinking for the vacation, there are so many other things that you can do during your stay at Alimatha Island Resort. Likewise there are lists of activities to select from according to your tastes. One of the most exciting activities includes the excursions provided by the resort. On payment, memorable excursions such as fishing and snorkelling everyday will be provided. Also you wouldn’t want to miss the Schedule Fisherman Island and Desert Island every week, upon availability even twice.
A variety of sports can be enjoyed and played during your stay at Alimatha Island Resort. A synthetic soccer field for soccer lovers absolutely free of charge. Also, tennis & volley ball can be enjoyed by the guests.
Various other services offered by the resort includes, an Infirmary and Doctor available for the guests. A Mini Club ” Bravo Bimbo” from 4 to 16 years, A Reception and bar, Wifi internet access; on payment and also a small Library exclusively for the guests.
There are lots of things that you can do here in Alimatha Aquatic Resort. You shoudnt miss giving fishing a try here. You can also go night fishing. Windsurfing during your stay here in Alimatha Aquatic Resort will be a fantastic idea. The lagoons around the island are ideal for windsurfing.
There is a water sports centre offering lessons and instructions and equipment hire facilities here at Alimatha Aquatic Resort so you do not have to worry about not knowing how to windsurf, here is your opportunityto learn now and I’m sure it will be an experience you will remember forever. Other activities you should try out would be scuba diving and canoeing too.
Not only these exciting watersports and excursions, also the resort has a Massage Centre and a Gymnasium that you wouldn’t want to miss.
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March 12th, 2010About Last Night: Playing against the Detroit Pistons must be like Christmas … - MLive.com (blog)
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About Last Night: Playing against the Detroit Pistons must be like Christmas …
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Rock Band 3 confirmed for Christmas 2010 - Stuff.tv
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Olhuveli – Turquoise Blue Waters And Sandy Beaches
March 11th, 2010Nestle amidst tropical vegetation and shaded by graceful palms, is Olhuveli Beach & Spa. Surrounded by a vast sandy beach and a sparkling blue lagoon, this is in fact a beautiful island, where paradise seekers escaping from the pressures of everyday life can forget the outside world and let go of all inhibitions.
A laid back and relaxing atmosphere prevail on the resort, and you will find all the ingredients for an entertaining yet relaxing holiday at Olhuveli Beach & Spa. This is where travel maldives really satisfies what you have hoped for and more. At Olhuveli Beach and Spa Maldives, it is a fantasy dream come true.
Enjoy lush dining in our main restaurant serving buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also weekly theme nights including Maldivian is frequently arranged. There are many options for restaurants and bars to select from here at Olhuveli Beach and Spa. They are Sakura Restaurant, Lagoon Restaurant, Sunset Restaurant, Dhoni Bar, Lagoon Bar and Sunrise Bar.
There are individually appointed 8 beach villas facing prime beach front. The en-suite bathroom is large with an open-air enclosed courtyard for maximum privacy, featuring a large sala for an afternoon siesta. Double glass paneled doors lead out to a private verandah, which overlooks the beautiful beach and lagoon. The rooms are luxuriously furnished with custom made teak furniture and amenities.
Beach fronted 63 Deluxe rooms, have a terrace or balcony overlooking the beach and lagoon. The en-suite bathrooms are spacious and include hot/cold water, hairdryer and toiletries.
21 Deluxe Water Villas beautifully furnished comes with an extended deck overlooking the lagoon with chaise lounges for private sunbathing, and a swim-up platform, which gives direct access to the lagoon via private stairs.
As in the deluxe water villas, the 32 Jacuzzi Water Villas provides the same facilities. A Jacuzzi takes pride of the place in the large private sundeck, which extends out over the lagoon.
Discover island life at its fullest in the 5 Honeymoon Water Villas, each of which offers the same services as that in the Jacuzzi Water Villas. Also these villas are with a separate living room with glass paneling on three sides offering a panoramic view. The large sundeck features a sauna in addition to an open air Jacuzzi.
Olhuveli Beach and Spa offers a variety of services to its guests. Sauna/steam bath, a gymnasium, the sun spa, a souvenir boutique, jewelry boutique, laundry service, in-house doctor and clinic, internet service, international direct dialing, satellite TV / TV room, 2 infinity swimming pools, a children’s pool and also a piano bar (private karaoke). Last not least the resort gives the opportunity for Renewal of Love Ceremonies making the occasion a memorable one.
Water Sports are accessible at almost every resort in the Maldives. For a choice of a resort with your favorite water sports activities go through maldives directory Resorts which enlists a complete list with the official websites. But here in Olhuveli Beach and Spa, there are variety of activities to select from. Scuba Diving is one among them. Snorkeling, Catamaran Sailing, Windsurfing, Banana Boat Riding, Canoeing, Wake Boarding, Water Skiing, Glass Bottom Boat and Kite Surfing are popular water sports activities enjoyed by the visitors.
It is not only water sports that are enjoyed by the guests, also other sports and activities such as excursions. Likewise island hopping, night fishing and big game fishing are offered by the resort. Sports such as snooker / billiards, tennis, table tennis, volleyball and badminton are also available.
Evening entertainment such as discotheque, live band music, cultural shows and karaoke are available and enjoyed by the guests during the evening. Choose Olhuveli to experience the vacation of a lifetime. To keep you alert on what is happening in Maldives, always remember to view maldives news updates for a more agreeable vacation. Knowing more about the place of your holiday choice is a better way for a fun filled and relaxing holiday.
A Divers Paradise – Giravaru Tourist Resort
March 11th, 2010Giravaru, the island of your dreams, is easily accessible, situated just 15 minutes by speed boat from the Male’ International Airport. This Maldives Vacation opportunity offers you a choice of over 20 of some of the world’s most talked about diving sites, with experienced international divers to escort you and guide you to some of the best kept secrets contained in the depths of these sites.
Some of them are between the most popular diving sites among skilled scuba divers of the world. The dive school in Giravaru Tourist Resort is operated by Jutta and Giovanni and is called PLANETA DIVERS. The dive school offers PADI training and certification.
PLANETA DIVERS Services on Giravaru
Opening Hours are from 8:15 to 12:30 and from 14:15 to 18:00 everyday. Services include; introductory dives, Discover Scuba Diving PADI, Open Water Diver PADI and advanced courses, Specialty Courses PADI, Underwater naturalist, Underwater Photographer, Underwater Videographer, Wreck Diver and Night Diver.
Our courses are held in English, German, Italian, French and Spanish. Morning and afternoon boat dives to 30 different dive sites and weekly full day tours are also offered. Also, 12 hours house reef diving for experienced divers and a guided house reef dives is available.
Equipments offered: 40 sets of snorkeling, 20 BCD jackets, 20 regulators Sherwood, Dive computers (Octopus Suunto), Dive lights and 50 aluminum tanks: 10 and 11 liters are the equipments available here.
Other Facilities: these include a Classroom with AV equipment, well equipped workshop for basic maintenance and service, One Bauer compressors with a capacity of 230 l/min, Dan Oxygen kit and a Medical Centre with a 4 man Decompression Chamber in 15 min by speedboat on Bandos Island Resort.
Following are the pricelist of equipment rentals available at PLANETA DIVE:
- Snorkel – At US$ 2.00 per day.
- Fins and Mask – At US$ 4.00 per day and US$ 3.00 per day for more than 4 days.
- Wetsuit, Regulator, BCD and Computer – At US$ 4.00 per dive.
- Diving light – At US$ 8.00 per dive.
- Snorkeling Set – At US$ 10.00 per day and US$ 8.00 per day for more than 4 days.
DIVE COURSES
- Introduction dive for US$ 30.00 offers 30 minutes of dive in shallow waters.
- Discover Scuba Diving PADI for US$ 110.00 which includes 2 dives, that enables you to dive with us on the house reef, it counts as the first 2 dives of the PADI Open Water Course.
- Open Water Course PADI for US$ 484.00 including all the educational material, equipment and certification.
- Specialty Courses for US$ 50 per dive plus US$ 30 per certification fee.
- Advanced Open Water Course for US$ 290.00, the dives will be charged according to the price list.
- Rescue Course for US$ 370.00, and
- Dive master course for US$ 800.00.
Non limit diving
- 6 days (for US$ 330.00): this is for experienced divers only. Boat and equipment are not included. This program has to be taken as block and can not be split.
- 12 days (for US$ 550.00): this is also for experienced divers only. Boat and equipment are not included. This program too, has to be taken as block and can not be split.
Dive Packages: Prices for Dive Packages with equipment included and tank and weight belt differs according to the amount of dives chosen.
Boat Trips: One trip, two trips per day and full day trips are also available at US$ 10, 18 and 22 respectively.
Diving in the Maldivian sea is one of the best underwater experiences a diver can have. The variety and number of brightly colored reef fish, pelagic fish and exotic marine life that populates the water’s depths are unforgettable, at any level of experience. It would be helpful to know more about Maldives through maldives news, as you plan for the perfect diving holiday. Learning about the culture, weather and recent events would always be helpful when traveling to another country whether for diving experiences or merely for vacation.
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Lasting Fear Of Taliban Hinders US Efforts In Marjah - NPR
March 10th, 2010Lasting Fear Of Taliban Hinders US Efforts In Marjah - NPR
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Christmas Comes Early For Muni? Funding Measure Might Bring MTA $36 Million - The San Francisco Appeal
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Christmas Comes Early For Muni? Funding Measure Might Bring MTA $36 Million
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